Don't do it! Okay, well maybe you might have to but atleast consider thinking about it before you send a possible regretfull text.

Here are five reasons to count to 10 before you hit send:

1. Once you put it in writing, you can never take it back.The recipient may hold onto your message for future use and or as ammunition. Are you ready to live with the consequences of what you said?

2. Was your response triggered by elevated emotions?Were you feeling down, irritated or stressed when you received that negative text or email? Why not respond when you are feeling more positive and calm?

3. Do you know the whole story?Can you give the other person the benefit of the doubt? We all have bad days. Or pick up the phone and ask to talk more about it. People often reach the wrong conclusions when they quickly read a text. Can you focus on the positive aspects of your relationship with this person?

4. Remember: Loose lips sink ships.The slogan, "Loose lips sink ships" originated in World War II and warned against speaking of ship movements, which might be heard by enemy agents and lead to the bombing of U.S. submarines. It sent a loud and clear directive to U.S. citizens and the military to refrain from careless talk.

It still holds true for today in many ways, and it's modern counterpart "Loose Tweets Sink Fleets" serves as a message to avoid careless dissemination of information over social media. Try to walk on the side of caution with your written words!

5. You are responsible for your own behavior.Do you WANT to lose your temper? Why not count to 10 instead? Thomas Jefferson said, "When angry, count to 10 before you speak. If very angry, a hundred." Many psychologists and anger management experts believe that is still worthwhile advice.

Dr. Dan Johnston, PhD, an assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral science says that “'counting to 10 before taking action works because it emphasizes the two key elements of anger management — time and distraction."

The next time you feel angry or hurt and start to fire off a careless or negative text, pause, let the emotion pass and/or count to 10.